The deadline to apply for federal disaster assistance for days caused by storms and flooding that began in late December 2022 is Thursday, March 16, so now is the time to apply if you need it.
Disaster assistance may include grants to help pay for temporary housing and essential home repairs, as well as other serious disaster-related needs, such as medical and dental expenses, transportation, child care, and moving and storage costs.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration offer a variety of relief grants, loans and other assistance.
As of March 7, for example, San Mateo County residents and businesses have been approved for a total of $3.996 million from the Small Business Administration's storm-related loan program.